27/02/2026
This week I had the pleasure of delivering an Employment Essentials Workshop for business owners — and those just starting out on their business journey and preparing to grow their team.
Hiring your first employee (or expanding your staffing pool) is a huge milestone.
It’s exciting.
It’s necessary for growth.
And if we’re being honest — it can feel daunting.
There’s a lot to get right from the start.
During the session we covered:
✔ Understanding the different types of staff you can engage — employees, workers and self-employed
✔ The differences between part-time, full-time and casual arrangements
✔ Contracts of employment and the policies every business should have in place
✔ How to recruit the right person for your team — and avoid costly hiring mistakes
✔ The top 10 employment law essentials every employer should know
✔ What to do if things don’t go to plan
The key message?
If you set the foundations correctly at the beginning, you significantly reduce risk, protect your business, and create the right culture from day one.
Too many small businesses wait until there’s a problem before seeking advice. Getting ahead of it is always the smarter move.
If you’re preparing to hire — or unsure whether your current setup is compliant — now is the time to review it.
Growth is good.
Growth done properly is even better.
